Lakme Fashion Week - Day 1 part 3

CHANDNI MOHAN – MINIMAL ELEGANCE

A graduate of Nottingham Trent University, UK in 2010, Chandni Mohan’s label “Selvage” was a high end luxury line that created waves at the opening Gen Next show at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014. Combining effortlessly the concepts of simplicity and power dressing, Chandni based her collection, which was inspired by Preston Scott’s architecture; on crisp tailoring with hints of androgynous touches.

Chandni Mohan

Working around a colour palette of black, white and red; the sharply cut angular boxy dresses, tunics, skirts and covers had asymmetric construction that spelt minimal elegance with maximum impact. Overlapping folds and geometric silhouettes added to the drama of the creations. The accompanying gold jewellery was a perfect match as cuffs, necklaces and earrings added to the look of the very stark but striking collection. The fabrics were Tencel, Satin Crepe polyester, crepe spandex with polyester, sand wash hammer satin and satin chiffons.

Chandni Mohan

For an innovative style statement that makes an eye-catching entry, Chandni Mohan, offered a variety of options to the modern woman. 

Chandni Mohan

DIVYA SHETH – AN INDO-INTERNATIONAL OFFERING

With a course in styling from Central Saint Martins London, Divya Sheth created a mélange of the East and West for her collection. Presenting a mix of Far East motifs and silhouettes with Indian textiles; the stylish line inspired by Mary Cassatt’s “Lady at the Tea Table” was a delightful blend of traditional ikat, khadi and Jamdani weaves with ample doses of intricate embroidery. Borrowing motifs from Japanese, Moroccan and English tableware and tiles, Divya went in for totally unconventional silhouettes that were inspired by the very geometric tea bags and saucers. 

Divya Seth

Elegantly styled one-shoulder dress had cascading saucer like motifs down the front. With white as the base, the pottery blue designs were delicately splashed on the slim trousers, asymmetric summer dress, as well as sultry cocktail creations and draped gowns. The beautiful thread embroidery was the cynosure of all eyes featuring the Chinese temples and cherry blossoms while the Ajrakh prints with the unusual clamp dyeing was another interesting part of the collection.

Divya Seth

Divya Seth

For a perfect English Tea Party appearance Divya Sheth’s diversely inspired line will have great international appeal

NIKHIL THAMPI UNLEASHED A COLLECTION OF UNTAMED BEAUTY AT LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2014

It was a rebellious collection that Nikhil Thampi unleashed on to the ramp at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014. Called “Untamed” it was the designer’s uninhabited offering of unconventional, non-conformist fashion. The highlights of the collection revolved around the intense zipper detailing and the rose gold metallic flowers that were splashed lavishly on the garments which created an eye catching and striking impact.

Nikhil Thampi

Nikhil started with an all-white line of very structured ensembles and then gradually added pink – rose, blush and dusty nude. But the colour story moved further and added red, mango, yellow, purple, teal and tan leather for a collection that revealed many interesting fashion facets. Fitted dresses, tailored trousers, shirts, pencil skirts and blazers gave a cross section of ensembles to the audience. 

Nikhil Thampi

The final glittering 3D rosette covered bustier was a dazzling end to the show which started on a sober note and moved into high octane glamour.

NISHKA LULLA’S IDEAL FASHIONABLE TRAVEL WARDROBE WAS A BREEZY PRESENTATION AT LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2014

“Flyaway Flyaway” declared Nishka Lulla as her collection at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014 was presented to an appreciative audience. Dedicated to the globetrotting fashionista who is particular about her sartorial preferences when jetting around the world, Nishka ensured that her wardrobe will win the lady accolades along with her business acumen.

Nishka Lulla

For easy-to-wear, fuss free, clothes that revealed a soft delicate floatiness, Nishka chose feminine fabrics and pretty pastels to add zing to the travel collection. There was a stark timeless quality about the styling that merged effortlessly with a sporty appearance.

Nishka Lulla

It was a wispy almost translucent line when organza ribbed collar tee, windcheaters, jumpsuits with tiny bougainvillea motif print floated down the runway. Cotton drawstring Bermuda shorts, sheer peplum dress, the final crepe jumpsuit and dress with mother-of-pearl embroidery were feminine to the core.

NITYA ARORA OF VALLIYAN PRESENTED A WONDERLAND OF JEWELLERY AT LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2014

Mumbai, 12^th March 2014: Presenting an ode to her friends in the LGBT community Nitya Arora’s jewellery collection for her “Valliyan” label called “Juliet loves Juliette” was an unconventional take on the Romeo-Juliet theme. The jewellery was whimsical as the designs moved from reality to fantasy revealing Nitya’s creations as luxury meets fantasy.

Nitya Arora

Nitya Arora’s collection called “Juliet loves Juliette” offered constructed and deconstructed jewelry that will be the talk of the season wherever it retails.  

Nitya Arora

High shine satin and luxurious fabrics created an impact on the ramp, when unisex brooches were turned into medal necklaces, while ear cuffs, head gears and tassels were multi-functional accessories.